2017 BUICK VERANO hood release

Buick Verano Owner Manual (GMNA- Localizing-U.S./Canada-10122753) -
2017 - crc - 5/16/16
In Brief 7
1.Air Vents 0174.
2. Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer 0134.
Turn Signal Lever. See Turn
and Lane-Change
Signals 0136.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Buttons. See Driver Information
Center (DIC) 0115.
3. Instrument Cluster 0103.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 099.
5. Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0203.
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) 0215 (If Equipped).
6. Light Sensor. See Automatic
Headlamp System 0135.
7. Hazard Warning
Flashers 0135.
8. Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator 0106.
Trunk Release Button. See
Trunk 038.
9. Infotainment 0139. 10.
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0171 (If Equipped).
Heated Front Seats 054 (If
Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 099 (If
Equipped).
11. Electric Parking Brake 0201.
12. Shift Lever. See Automatic
Transmission 0197.
13. ENGINE START/STOP Button. SeeIgnition Positions (Keyless
Access) 0189 orIgnition
Positions (Key Access) 0187.
14. Steering Wheel Controls 098.
15. Horn 099.
16. Steering Wheel
Adjustment 098.
17. Cruise Control 0205.
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0211 (If Equipped).
18. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Light) 0107. 19.
Instrument Panel Fuse
Block 0255.
20. Exterior Lamp Controls 0133.
Front Fog Lamps 0136 (If
Equipped).
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0137.
21. Hood Release. See Hood 0229.

Buick Verano Owner Manual (GMNA- Localizing-U.S./Canada-10122753) -
2017 - crc - 5/16/16
Instruments and Controls 119
Brake System Messages
BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message is displayed when the
brake fluid level is low. SeeBrake
Fluid 0243.
HILL START ASSIST ACTIVE
This message is displayed when Hill
Start Assist (HSA) is preventing the
vehicle from rolling while driving off
on a grade. See Hill Start Assist
(HSA) 0203.
PRESS BRAKE PEDAL TO
RELEASE PARK BRAKE
This message is displayed if you
attempt to release the electric
parking brake without the brake
pedal applied. See Electric Parking
Brake 0201.
RELEASE PARK BRAKE
SWITCH
This message is displayed if the
electric parking brake is applied
while the vehicle is in motion.
Release it before you attempt to
drive. See Electric Parking
Brake 0201.
SERVICE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed when
there is a problem with the electric
parking brake. See Electric Parking
Brake 0201. Take the vehicle to
your dealer.
Compass Messages
CAL
This message is displayed when the
compass needs to be calibrated.
See Compass 0100.
– –
Dashes will be displayed if the
compass needs service. See your
dealer for service.
Door Ajar Messages
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
This message may display when the
driver door is open. Close the door
completely.
HOOD OPEN
This message will display when the
hood is open. Close the hood
completely.
LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message may display when the
driver side rear door is open. Close
the door completely.
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
This message may display when the
front passenger door is open. Close
the door completely.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message may display when the
passenger side rear door is open.
Close the door completely.
TRUNK OPEN
This message will display when the
trunk is open. Close the trunk
completely.

Buick Verano Owner Manual (GMNA- Localizing-U.S./Canada-10122753) -
2017 - crc - 5/16/16
Vehicle Care 229
Keep a record with all parts receipts
and list the mileage and the date of
any service work performed. See
Maintenance Records0315.
Caution
Even small amounts of
contamination can cause damage
to vehicle systems. Do not allow
contaminants to contact the fluids,
reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
Hood
To open the hood:
1. Pull up on the hood release
handle. It is located inside the
vehicle to the left of the
steering column.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle
and with hand palm side down,
slide the secondary hood
release handle toward the
driver side of the vehicle.
3. Lift the hood and pull the proprod by the sleeve from the
retainer, located above the
radiator.
4. Securely place the hood propinto the slot on the underside of
the hood.

Buick Verano Owner Manual (GMNA- Localizing-U.S./Canada-10122753) -
2017 - crc - 5/16/16
230 Vehicle Care
To close the hood:1. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on
properly. Then, lift the hood to
relieve pressure on the hood
prop. Remove the hood prop
by the sleeve from the retainer
slot on the underside of the
hood and return the prop to its
retainer located above the
radiator. The prop rod must
click into place when returning
it to the retainer to prevent
hood damage.
2. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in) above the vehicle and release
it so it fully latches. Check to
make sure the hood is closed
and repeat the process if
necessary.

Buick Verano Owner Manual (GMNA- Localizing-U.S./Canada-10122753) -
2017 - crc - 5/16/16
236 Vehicle Care
components are free of dirt and
debris. Remove the engine air
cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake
the engine air cleaner/filter (away
from the vehicle), to release loose
dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air
cleaner/filter for damage, and
replace if damaged. Do not clean
the engine air cleaner/filter or
components with water or
compressed air.
To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter:
1. Remove the six screws thatsecure the cover on.
2. Lift off the cover. 3. Inspect or replace the engine
air cleaner/filter.
4. Align the filter correctly.
5. Install the cover by lowering it over the filter and secure with
the screws.
{Warning
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off can cause you or
others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air; it
helps to stop flames if the engine
backfires. Use caution when
working on the engine and do not
drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
Caution
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt
can easily get into the engine,
which could damage it. Always
have the air cleaner/filter in place
when you are driving.
Cooling System
The cooling system allows the
engine to maintain the correct
working temperature.
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out
of View)
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
{Warning
An electric engine cooling fan
under the hood can start up even
when the engine is not running
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